Dorman 911-492 Vapor Canister Purge Valve

Direct Replacement Purge Valve for Ford and Mercury

Dorman 911-492 is a vapor canister purge valve built for a direct OE-style replacement and plug-and-play installation. It is engineered for the evaporative emissions system and helps maintain proper vapor control on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications, including Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Mark VIII models.

• Direct replacement for the original equipment purge valve
• Plug-and-play electrical connection with 2 male terminals
• Plastic housing with a rectangular connector shape
• 2 mounting holes for OE-style installation
• 2-port valve layout with vacuum connector and hose connections
• Critical component for evaporative emissions system operation
• Cross-reference part numbers include Standard Ignition CP208 and CP312

Product Details

This Dorman vapor canister purge valve, part number 911-492, is built to match the original fit and function of the factory purge valve. It uses a plastic housing, a rectangular connector, and OE-style port sizing to support a clean replacement on evaporative emissions systems. For drivers searching for a 1996-2003 Ford Taurus purge valve, a 1996-2003 Mercury Sable purge valve, or a 1996-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII purge valve, 911-492 provides a direct-fit service part solution.

Compatible With 1996-2003 Ford Taurus, N/A; 1996-2003 Mercury Sable, N/A; and 1996-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, N/A. The part number 911-492 is also a useful reference when comparing OE-style purge valve replacements for these applications.

Common Problems This Part May Address

• Evaporative emissions fault codes related to purge valve operation
• Rough idle or drivability issues caused by improper vapor flow
• Fuel vapor control problems in the EVAP system
• Check engine light concerns tied to purge valve failure
• Vacuum leak symptoms from a worn or damaged valve assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, hose diameters, and mounting hole spacing before installation. This valve uses a rectangular connector, 2 male terminals, 1 vacuum port, and 2 mounting holes, so matching the original configuration is important for proper fit. Confirm the vehicle application by year and model before replacing the purge valve on Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, or Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this purge valve as a direct replacement component for evaporative emissions service, with fit and function intended to align with the original equipment design.